Missouri Extends Phase 1 of Reopening

(Jefferson City, Mo) - Missouri is extending Phase 1 of reopening through June 15. It was set to expire May 31. Governor Parson says the extension was necessary.

The governor says that this will align the reopening with the state of emergency declared in Missouri. Phase 2 will allow the maximum number of people gathering in one area to shift from 10 people to 50 people. Businesses like restaurants, bars, places of worship, gyms, salons, and community centers may increase business to 50% capacity as long as safe social distancing can be maintained.

In Phase 1 events like weddings, county fairs, summer camps are all still allowed, however. People should just remember to stay six feet apart. The governor stresses using common sense to keep the state moving forward towards fully reopening.

Parson says he expects the economy to recover faster than a normal recession. He is confident that the state will be back on track by the third or fourth quarter.